The short version
Average SATs results. 76% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2023).
- SATs results are broadly in line with the national average, with 62% meeting the expected standard
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2023
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
62%
0.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
8%
0.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
103
-3.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
102
-3.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
103
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 10 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
13% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
1% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 11 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 10 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 107
- Capacity
- 76%
- FSM
- 15.9%
Governance
- Local authority
- Kent
- Trust
- CARE Foundation Trust
- Head
- Ms Jennifer Payne (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Good
7 official reports linked on this page, including 6 earlier reports.
Previous reports
School inspection: Requires Improvement
September 2019 | School Inspection
Short inspection
September 2018 | Short Inspection
Full inspection: Good
November 2014 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
June 2011 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
January 2008 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
February 2004 | Full Inspection
Location
Caroland Close, Smeeth, Ashford, Kent, TN25 6RX
Rural setting
Questions parents ask
What is Smeeth Community Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Smeeth Community Primary School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in July 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Smeeth Community Primary School?
Smeeth Community Primary School currently has 107 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Smeeth Community Primary School take?
Smeeth Community Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Smeeth Community Primary School?
Smeeth Community Primary School is in Ashford, TN25 6RX, in the Kent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Smeeth Community Primary School have a sixth form?
No, Smeeth Community Primary School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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